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Description:
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Corn Products
International, Inc. (NYSE: CPO) is one of the world's largest corn refiners
and a major supplier of high-quality food ingredients and industrial
products derived from the wet milling and processing of corn and other
starch-based materials. Headquartered in the Chicago suburb of
Westchester, Illinois, Corn Products International is a leading
supplier of starches, sweeteners and other ingredients. We are the
world's largest producer of dextrose and a leading regional
manufacturer of starches, syrups and glucose.
We are currently seeking a Food Scientist - Processed Foods to
update, develop and communicate the physiochemical technical data of
the Company’s ingredient products; develop, document, and communicate
formulation and nutritional labeling aspects of formulations using the
Company’s ingredients; and assist customers with formulations that
incorporate the Company’s ingredient products. He/she will provide
technical assistance to the Company’s Technical Services team, sales
team, distributors, customers and affiliates throughout North America and
globally as required. Also, work with customers and Technical Service
to identify formulation challenges, solve problems and develop new,
innovative ideas. He/she will help the Company identify market trends
and suggest new applications and ingredients to help the company
respond to market demands.
Key Result Areas:
Application Development - To develop relevant food applications
and update application data for existing ingredient products. Create
innovative formulations that demonstrate the advantages, superiority,
and added value of the Company’s products. Complete additional research
using Company’s test kitchen and laboratory facilities on new
applications for ingredient products (existing and new products).
Identify formulation challenges, solve problems and develop new,
innovative ideas.
Technical Data - To create, update, and maintain technical
manuals for all company products. Perform or outsource necessary
application testing to update data on existing and new ingredient
products. Advise management on the merits of proposed food technology
research by outside parties. Provide collaboration and support to
production/manufacturing in the area regarding the Company’s new and
existing ingredient products. Assist the company in identifying
opportunities to market ingredient products (new or existing) to new
sectors of the food industry or through new applications.
Sales Support - To provide collaboration and support in the area
of food technology to Technical Service, sales personnel, customers,
distributors, and agents as required. Assist with marketing efforts at
food industry trade shows (IFT, FISA, etc). Provide support to
customers and prospective customers in the development of new food
products incorporating the Company’s ingredients. Assist with the
development of new food and supplement products for direct marketing by
the Company, as required.
Communications - To write reports and present results of
findings through presentations and e-mail updates. Present recent
research and existing technical/nutritional data at conferences,
including trade events, customer symposiums, etc., as well as company
media activities, including writing articles for trade publications,
company newsletters, etc.
Selection Criteria:
1.) Experience in processed foods industry. Experience working with
modified starches, hydrocolloids, high potency sweeteners, and flavors,
a plus.
2.) Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills required for
formulation work.
3.) Good written and oral communication skills. Flexible interpersonal
skills, with an ability to interact effectively across all levels of
the organization and in a variety of cultures – both internal and
external.
4.) Good planning and organizational skills.
5.) Self starter, able to work independently with minimal direction.
6.) Approximately 20% travel will be required.
7.) Bachelor’s degree in food science, chemistry or related scientific
field (e.g. engineering, nutrition, food technology).
Corn Products International, Inc. is proud to provide a competitive
compensation and benefits package including, medical, dental and life
insurance, a 401(k) with a generous company match, a pension plan, and
long term career growth potential.
Please create a profile for immediate consideration.
To learn more, please visit us on the web at http://www.cornproducts.com
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